The field will be completed through the Road to the Roar Pre-Trials, from Nov. 6-12 at Credit Union Place in Summerside, P.E.I.

Four years ago it was Jennifer Jones’ foursome that prevailed at the trials and turned it into an Olympic gold medal in Sochi. They’ll be back to defend their title but it’s hard to argue who the favourite will be in December.

Rachel Homan, Emma Miskew (third), Joanne Courtney (second) and Lisa Weagle (lead) are the reigning Canadian and World champs. They’ll also be playing in their hometown in Ottawa.

“Not too many people get to play in their hometown and at such a big event, big stage. So [we’re] really grateful we get to share it… with our friends and our family.”

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“I’ve gone to watch the (Ottawa Senators) in that building since I can remember,” Miskew said. “We get to go play in a building I’m familiar with… Everyone really wants this to be their best year and everyone wants a chance to go to the Olympics.”